Bag: meaning, definitions and examples

👜

Add to dictionary

bag

[ bæɡ ]

^{Context #1}

carry items

A flexible container with a single opening.

Synonyms

container, pouch, sack

Examples of usage

She packed her clothes in a bag for the trip.
He bought a bag of groceries at the store.

^{Context #2}

fashion

A woman's handbag or purse.

Synonyms

clutch, handbag, purse

Examples of usage

She carried a stylish designer bag to the party.
He gifted her a leather bag for her birthday.

^{Context #3}

capture

To catch or seize, especially as prey.

Synonyms

capture, seize, trap

Examples of usage

The police were able to bag the thief after a long chase.
He managed to bag a couple of goals in the match.

Translations

Translations of the word "bag" in other languages:

🇵🇹 saco

bolsa
mala

🇮🇳 बैग

🇩🇪 Tasche

🇮🇩 tas

🇺🇦 сумка

🇵🇱 torba

🇯🇵 バッグ (baggu)

🇫🇷 sac

🇪🇸 bolsa

🇹🇷 çanta

🇰🇷 가방 (gabang)

🇸🇦 حقيبة (haqiba)

🇨🇿 taška

🇸🇰 taška

🇨🇳 包 (bāo)

🇸🇮 vrečka

🇮🇸 taska

🇰🇿 сөмке (sömke)

🇬🇪 ჩანთა (chanta)

🇦🇿 çantə

🇲🇽 bolsa

Word origin

The word 'bag' originated in the 13th century from the Old Norse word 'baggi', meaning 'pack'. It has evolved over time to represent various flexible containers used for carrying items. In modern usage, 'bag' is commonly associated with handbags, purses, and luggage. The verb form of 'bag' to capture or seize has roots in hunting and trapping practices. Today, 'bag' is a versatile word used in everyday language across different contexts.

See also: baggage, baggy, bagpipe, bags.